Ghana Minister Orders Radio Stations Shut Down

Ghana’s Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations Minister, Sam George, has ordered the National Communications Authority (NCA) to shut down seven radio stations.

Six of these stations were operating without valid frequency authorizations, and one was closed on security grounds.

This action was taken to ensure compliance with frequency authorization laws and to maintain national security.

The minister has emphasized the importance of all broadcasters adhering to licensing regulations to avoid future enforcement actions.

“Today, in two separate cases, I have directed the National Communications Authority to suspend and enforce a prohibition of broadcast on seven (7) radio stations in total.

In one instance, on national security grounds and in six other cases on the grounds of broadcasting without a valid frequency authorisation based on the recently requested frequency audit. Enforcement of the directive is immediate. Further action would be taken in the coming days.

Once again, I reiterate my commitment to sanitising our airwaves and ensuring strict adherence with the law concerning frequency authorisations. I urge all media houses to ensure they are complying with ALL the terms of their frequency authorisations.

In service to God and Country.”